Miller / Compounder

Kelly Services; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Miller / Compounder in Taunton, MA for 3rd shift (Mon - Fri, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM). The temp-to-hire Production Operator will oversee and execute stages of manufacturing, ensure safety, accuracy, and quality, and maintain equipment.

Prior manufacturing experience and ability to lift up to 35 pounds are required. Responsibilities include operating production equipment, recording data, transferring materials, and ensuring adherence to safety PPE guidelines.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience required (experience in manufacturing-adjacent roles also considered).
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 35 pounds.
• Understanding of workplace safety guidelines and use of PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Accurately record operational and production data on specified forms
• Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas using moving equipment and hand tools
• Visually and physically examine materials, ingredients, and products to meet quality standards
• Follow work orders closely to meet customer specifications and internal processes
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and identify when further maintenance is needed
• Monitor machinery indicators and troubleshoot issues
• Mix/Compound Blending: Measure ingredients and operate mixing machinery
• Submit correctly labeled samples to QA/QC for testing
• Screening: Operate screening equipment to remove impurities
• Cut, weigh, wrap, and label screened materials to meet production requirements
• Milling: Prepare, weigh, and process batch materials
• Cut and transform materials into thin sheets for extrusion, ensuring proper identification and testing
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards and company procedures

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lifting up to 35 lbs

PPE awareness

Job description

Job Title:Miller / Compounder
Location:Taunton, MA 02780
Work Schedule:Mon - Fri, from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM (3rd Shift)
Pay Rate:$24.27/hour
Contract: Temp-to-hire

Position Summary:
The Production Operator is responsible for overseeing and executing various stages of the manufacturing process, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality output. This role requires hands-on manipulation of materials, accurate record-keeping, and the ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment. Candidates should have prior manufacturing experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Manufacturing experience required (experience in manufacturing-adjacent roles also considered)
  
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 35 pounds
  
• Understanding of workplace safety guidelines and ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Core Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor production equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
  
• Accurately record operational and production data on specified forms
  
• Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas using moving equipment and hand tools
  
• Visually and physically examine materials, ingredients, and products to meet quality standards
  
• Follow work orders closely to meet customer specifications and internal processes
  
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and identify when further maintenance is needed
  
• Monitor machinery indicators and promptly troubleshoot any issues
  
• Mix/Compound Blending:
  
  • Measure ingredients and operate mixing machinery per specifications
    
  • Transfer and properly label finished batches
    
  • Complete machine cleanouts between different jobs
    
  • Submit correctly labeled samples to QA/QC for testing
• Screening:
  
  • Operate screening equipment to remove impurities
    
  • Cut, weigh, wrap, and label screened materials to meet production requirements
• Milling:
  
  • Prepare, weigh, and process batch materials through rolling cylinders
    
  • Cut and transform materials into thin sheets for extrusion, ensuring proper identification and testing
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards at all times, adhering to company policies